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An international group of companies based in Wakefield currently has a unique opportunity for a Senior Head of Finance / Financial Controller to join the organisation at a particularly exciting stage in its growth journey. Reporting directly into the leadership team and operating as the number one finance professional within the business, you will play a key role in both the financial and commercial aspects of driving future growth, performance and operational improvement across the Group. Key responsibilities will include: • Overseeing the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, including consolidated management accounts., • Monitoring cash flow across multiple entities and jurisdictions., • Managing banking relationships and overseeing key financial transactions., • Providing strategic financial insight and support for investment and business decisions., • Taking ownership of the purchase ledger function to ensure liabilities are managed and paid on a timely basis., • Overseeing the sales ledger function, ensuring robust credit control procedures are maintained., • Acting as a key point of contact between the business, investors, auditors and banking partners., • Reviewing and enhancing internal controls, systems and financial processes where appropriate., • Leading and developing the finance function, allocating responsibilities in line with individual strengths and capabilities., • Monitoring and supporting the financial evolution of the Group as it continues to expand. To be considered, you will ideally be able to demonstrate the following: • CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualification., • Previous experience operating as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Head of Finance., • Experience within manufacturing, retail or property sectors would be advantageous, although not essential., • A proactive approach and genuine desire to develop the finance function whilst supporting the business through its ambitious growth plans. This represents an excellent opportunity for any CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified finance professional who is looking to add broader commercial value within a growing SME environment whilst playing a key role in shaping the next phase of the Group's development. Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Junior Buyer Justmylook | Exclusive Recruitment Partner: Better Placed Location – Cleckheaton - 2 days a month if London based Ready to take the next step in your buying career with one of the UK’s fastest-growing beauty retailers. Justmylook isn’t just growing – they’re thriving. Since launching in 2015, they’ve become one of the UK’s leading online beauty destinations, delivering salon-quality haircare, trending cosmetics and must-have beauty brands directly to hundreds of thousands of loyal customers across the UK.What sets them apart? A fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture combined with genuine family-run values and a shared passion for beauty. This is a business where ideas are welcomed, initiative is rewarded, and individuals are encouraged to make a real impact. With ambitious growth plans and continued investment across the business, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the Justmylook journey. They are now looking for a Junior Buyer to join their growing commercial team and play a key role in managing supplier relationships, stock levels and product performance across the Justmylook portfolio. The Role : This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded and highly organised buying professional who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment. Working closely with the Head of Commercial, you’ll support the management of key beauty brands while helping to ensure stock availability, supplier performance and commercial opportunities are maximised. Key responsibilities: • Managing and buying across a selection of brands within the Justmylook portfolio, • Raising and managing purchase orders in line with the buying cycle, • Chasing overdue orders and communicating delivery updates with the warehouse team, • Monitoring sales spikes and stock performance to ensure customer demand is met, • Reviewing stock levels against sales data and making commercially relevant recommendations, • Negotiating promotions and offers with suppliers to support trading activity, • Maintaining accurate stock files and creating new product codes within the system, • Supporting wider business functions with ad hoc commercial and operational tasks where required About You : • Previous experience within a buying or purchasing role within either beauty, skincare, cosmetics, hair, • Highly numerate with strong analytical and commercial awareness, • Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, • Strong communication skills with high attention to detail, • Confident working within a fast-paced and dynamic environment, • A proactive and flexible approach with a willingness to support across the wider business, • Genuine passion and interest in the beauty industry, • Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce accurate and professional written content Why Join Justmylook? This is more than just a buying role – it’s an opportunity to develop your career within a business experiencing exceptional growth. You’ll join a collaborative and ambitious team where your ideas and contributions are genuinely valued, and where there is real opportunity for progression and development as the business continues to scale. If you’re commercially driven, passionate about beauty and looking for a role where you can make a real impact, this could be the perfect next step. About Better Placed Better Placed are proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner for Justmylook on this appointment. We are working closely with the business to identify ambitious, commercially minded talent who are excited to be part of their continued growth journey. Due to the high volume of interest, individual feedback may not always be possible, but every application will be carefully considered.All direct approaches to Justmylook will be redirected to Better Placed for review and will not be reviewed by Justmylook directly. Only applications submitted via Better Placed Recruitment will be considered.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR ANASSOCIATE DESIGN MANAGERSigma are experts at transforming commercial space. With over 20 years experience operating in the fast-paced and dynamic retail sector, Sigma provide a true end-to-end service; from store construction and consolidation to fixture procurement, projects, and mechanical & electricalinstallation. Gondola Pro, Sigmas dedicated design house, specialises in delivering innovative, practical, and commercially driven design solutions for leading retail and commercial clients.Ranked in the top 10% of the 2019 Sunday Times InternationalFastTrack 200 awards, weve been acknowledged as being one of Britains fastestgrowing private companies.Its our people that make us who we are, and we are proud to have some of the most experienced, knowledgeable, passionate, and dedicated individuals within our industry, at every level in our business. Sigma is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunities employer.Outline of roleWorking across the UK and Ireland, the Associate Design Manager will support the delivery of high-quality, innovative design solutions through Gondola Pro, Sigmas in-house design function.This role will involve overseeing design projects from concept through to delivery, ensuring alignment with client requirements, brand standards, operational feasibility, and commercial objectives. You will collaborate closely with internal teams, clients, and external partners toensure seamless integration of design into live projects.The role will primarily support projects across the south of the UK (south of Birmingham), with regular client engagement (including London), alongside monthly travel to head office in Castleford.Main responsibilitiesSupport the management and delivery of design projects from initial concept through to final implementation.Collaborate with clients to understand requirements, translate briefs, and develop creative and practical design solutions.Coordinate with internal project, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure design feasibility and alignment with programme and budget.Oversee and contribute to the production of design drawings, visualisations, and technical documentation.Review design outputs for quality, consistency, and compliance with client and regulatory standards.Manage stakeholder relationships, including clients, consultants, and suppliers.Support value engineering and continuous improvement of design solutions.Ensure designs are aligned with construction methodologies, M&E requirements, and operational constraints.Contribute to innovation within Gondola Pro, including new concepts, materials, and technologies.Assist in mentoring and supporting junior designers within the team.Knowledge and skills requiredExperience within retail design, commercial fit-out, or a similar fast-paced environment.Strong understanding of design processes from concept to delivery.Ability to interpret client briefs and translate them into practical design solutions.Good knowledge of construction methods, materials, and integration with M&E services.Strong organisational and project coordination skills.Excellent communication and presentation skills.Ability to build and maintain effective client and stakeholder relationships.Creative thinker with strong attention to detail and commercial awareness.Proficient in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar).Proactive, adaptable, and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.Qualifications requiredEssentialDegree or equivalent qualification in Design, Architecture, Interior Design, or a related field (or relevant experience)Proven experience within a design or design management roleStrong working knowledge of industry-standard design toolsDesirableMembership of a relevant professional bodyExperience within retail or multi-site rolloutsKnowledge of sustainability and environmentally conscious designExperience working alongside construction or M&E delivery teamsBenefits:25 days holiday plus bank holidaysA days birthday leave to be taken within your birthday monthOpportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holidayOpportunity for hybrid workingAbility to participate in the Octopus EV salary sacrifice schemeAbility to participate in the Cycle to Work SchemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeHealthshield cash plan with discounts on high street storesFree external financial advice offering support for mortgages, pensions and insurancesEnhanced family friendly payFree tea, coffee and fruit on all sitesSubject to eligibilityOpportunity to be involved withGroup Colleague BoardQuarterly Corporate Events / Charity InvolvementTPBN1_UKTJ

Full time - Permanent role - UK or EU As our Head of Protocols, you will be responsible for: Owning the Kiln Validators protocols roadmap, deciding on which protocols we will support and why, including setting a strategic direction for which themes of protocols we want to invest in Managing a productive team of protocol specialists and protocol engineers who understand the intricacies of protocols, run them in testnet, and liaise with foundation teams Launching new protocols at Kiln in partnership with our GTM team, ensuring everyone is sufficiently trained on them to sell and support our clients Representing Kiln at ecosystem events and writing educational content You will collaborate closely with customers, sales teams, product, and the infrastructure team at Kiln to execute the Kiln Validators roadmap. 3+ years of professional experience in the crypto industry. Passion for the industry and following recent developments. You are addicted to crypto Twitter :) 3+ years of management experience Demonstrated ability to understand technical concepts and work well with engineering teams. You are sufficiently curious and motivated to dig into the details of projects. Analytical mind and rigorous communication. You enjoy and are good at synthesizing complex information and conveying your learnings both in oral and written format Strong product acumen, you have opinions about great products and can put yourself in the shoes of both a retail and B2B user in the staking space Ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup/scaleup environment Native or perfectly fluent in English _: discuss, don't impose. We value humility in our hires. Trust and transparent communication Curiosity and ability to dive deep into topics and follow through Genuine passion for the blockchain and cryptocurrency space Kiln is the leading enterprise-grade rewards platform that enables institutional customers to stake assets and integrate staking & DeFi functionality into their offerings. Our API-first platform provides fully automated validators, staking & DeFi protocols access, and comprehensive data and commission management. With $13+ billion in crypto assets staked through our platform, Kiln has established a strong presence on Ethereum, managing over 4.3% of the network through 45,000+ validators — all with zero slashing events. Kiln serves more than 140 leading customers, including Binance, BitPanda, Bitgo, Fireblocks, VanEck, and TrustWallet. Our team of 90 ecosystem enthusiasts brings experience from industry leaders like Google, Circle, Ledger, Chainalysis, and other prominent technology and cryptocurrency companies. We've raised $30M in total funding from prominent investors including 1kx, _, Illuminate Financial, Consensys, Wintermute, Kraken Ventures... Join Kiln and help us make the web more secure, stable, decentralized, and fair! At Kiln, our _ drive us: Technical Excellence ensures top security and usability; Innovation-Driven Meritocracy elevates groundbreaking ideas; Trust and Transparency build reliability through open communication; and People First keeps our team and clients at the heart of everything we do. A fast-paced, bureaucracy-free work environment Equity share options in the business: if Kiln succeeds, we all succeed! Competitive salary Flexible holiday Flexible remote working Choose your IT equipment Internet connection : €50/month Significant personal development budget (books, training) Overseas tech conferences budget Kiln is an Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including women or persons with disabilities. Our thorough process ensures the best fit for both you and Kiln, and we strive to make each step valuable and efficient. Recruiter Interview (45 min) Take-home test (< 3 hours) Technical Interview (60 min) Core Values Interview (45 min) Founder Interview (30 min) Offer! Your personal information will be securely stored in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and will not be shared with external parties. We comply fully with GDPR regulations to protect your data and privacy. Please note that we do not sponsor visas for persons without work authorization in your location. This role is for full-time employees only (no B2B or contractors). Thank you!

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, where you gain a tremendous amount of responsibility? Do you want to be part of an exceptional entrepreneurial team with motivated and extremely driven people? And are you curious or passionate about people? If so, you might be our next Head of Talent Acquisition. HRtechX is a world leading HRtech community, connecting industry executives, entrepreneurs and professionals. We are a start-up on a growth journey who help leaders evolve and create stronger businesses through people and technology. We aim to address the challenges and opportunities for HR and HR Tech. We bring together the most influential executives, investors, and entrepreneurs to share their insights on how technology will shape the future of HR, as well as forge long lasting partnerships and client relationships. HRtechX is part of United Media (_) which focuses on building large scale industry media and conferences products in sectors such as insurance, HR, private equity, retail, etc. As our Head of Talent Acquisition, you get the unique opportunity to be a key player in building the greatest brand within Insurtech. By providing you with the ownership of our recruiting, we want to constantly push you out of your comfort zone ensuring you become an expert. You’ll be working out of our HQ in London and to ensure a never-ending growth curve, we provide you with: • An opportunity for getting operational experience in a start-up where both your work and the results are highly tangible and matters to the business, • A chance to work closely together with the CEO on our recruiting strategy, • Unlimited growth potential in our company - we strongly believe in and have a track record of promoting internally Watch _ with our founder to learn more about our thoughts on recruiting. Your responsibilities will vary; however, some of them will be to: • Take ownership of all aspects of the recruitment process, including; role profiling, candidate sourcing, CV screening, assessment planning, creating interview scripts and conducting interviews, • Build a strong employer brand and attracting both the obvious talents (what we call shouting talents) as well as the more covert talents (what we call whispering talents), • Own the execution of further developing and automating our recruiting processes, • Improve our onboarding process in close collaboration with management We expect that you take ownership of everything you do, are proactive and follow through on commitments. You possess an unparalleled work ethic with a high sense of urgency. You have a relentless drive and desire to be the very best at what you do. Moreover, you are humble and you share our passion for building and executing new businesses. While we have no preferences as to whether you have a background in HR, marketing, sales, or something completely different, we expect that you have an innate desire to get to know other people and learn, develop, and push yourself. If need be, we will teach you everything you need to know about recruiting. We do expect you to: • Work experience with outstanding performance, • Have an UK work permit, • Be curious about and have a genuine and deep passion for working with and understanding people, • Want to spend your day speaking with people ranging from students to executives, • Have a natural ability to make people feel comfortable around you Flexible Monday - Friday we work from our office (next to Victoria Station) and do not offer remote work.

Role: Finance Administrator Location: Hybrid Job Type: Fixed Term Contract, 3 Months Reports To: Head of Finance Salary: £30,000 pro rota Immediate Start Purpose of the Role We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join our growing team. This role will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring the accurate processing of financial transactions and maintaining effective financial records. The successful candidate will have strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and be confident working in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable (AP) • Process and accurately record purchase invoices., • Match invoices to purchase orders and investigate discrepancies., • Maintain supplier accounts and respond to supplier queries., • Assist with payment runs and ensure invoices are processed within agreed timescales. Accounts Receivable (AR) • Raise and process sales invoices accurately and efficiently., • Monitor outstanding customer balances and assist with credit control activities., • Resolve customer account queries and maintain accurate debtor records. Bank Reconciliations • Perform regular bank reconciliations across multiple accounts., • Investigate and resolve any discrepancies promptly., • Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled. General Finance Administration • Support the finance team with general AP and AR administration., • Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems., • Monitor shared finance inboxes and respond to queries in a timely manner., • Assist with month-end processes and reporting requirements., • Liaise with internal departments to ensure financial information is accurate and up to date. Essential Skills & Experience • Previous experience working within a Finance Administrator, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or similar role., • Strong experience with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes., • Proven experience processing purchase invoices, sales invoices, and bank reconciliations., • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills are essential and non-negotiable., • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, including managing multiple inboxes., • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy., • Strong organisational and time management skills., • Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a busy finance environment. Desirable Skills & Experience • Experience using Iplicit accounting software would be advantageous but is not essential., • Experience using CarePlanner would be advantageous but is not essential., • Previous experience working within a finance function in a care or healthcare organisation would be beneficial., • A finance-related qualification (AAT or equivalent) is desirable but not essential. Core Competencies • Attention to Detail, • Organisation & Planning, • Problem Solving, • Communication Skills, • Teamwork, • Accountability, • Customer Service Focus What We Offer • A supportive and collaborative working environment., • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities., • Career progression within a growing organisation., • Benefits include:, • 24/7 access to a doctor (for you, your partner, and children under 18), • Day off for your birthday, • YouLife employee discounts on retail, travel, and dining, • 24/7 mental health support, • Home-life advice and life insurance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme (post-probation), • Employee of the Month recognition programme

Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, where you gain a tremendous amount of responsibility? Do you want to be part of an exceptional entrepreneurial team with motivated and extremely driven people? And are you curious or passionate about people? If so, you might be our next Head of Talent Acquisition. SetSales is Northern Europe’s leading sales community and aims to connect and develop commercially-minded executives, decision makers in sales, and aspiring entrepreneurs. We are connecting more than 4,000 professionals from more than 15 countries every year. SetSales is part of United Media (_) which focuses on building large scale industry media and conferences products in sectors such as insurance, HR, private equity, retail, etc. As our Head of Talent Acquisition, you get the unique opportunity to be a key player in building the greatest brand within Insurtech. By providing you with the ownership of our recruiting, we want to constantly push you out of your comfort zone ensuring you become an expert. You’ll be working out of our HQ in London and to ensure a never-ending growth curve, we provide you with: • An opportunity for getting operational experience in a start-up where both your work and the results are highly tangible and matters to the business, • A chance to work closely together with the CEO on our recruiting strategy, • Unlimited growth potential in our company - we strongly believe in and have a track record of promoting internally Watch _ with our founder to learn more about our thoughts on recruiting. Your responsibilities will vary; however, some of them will be to: • Take ownership of all aspects of the recruitment process, including; role profiling, candidate sourcing, CV screening, assessment planning, creating interview scripts and conducting interviews, • Build a strong employer brand and attracting both the obvious talents (what we call shouting talents) as well as the more covert talents (what we call whispering talents), • Own the execution of further developing and automating our recruiting processes, • Improve our onboarding process in close collaboration with management We expect that you take ownership of everything you do, are proactive and follow through on commitments. You possess an unparalleled work ethic with a high sense of urgency. You have a relentless drive and desire to be the very best at what you do. Moreover, you are humble and you share our passion for building and executing new businesses. While we have no preferences as to whether you have a background in HR, marketing, sales, or something completely different, we expect that you have an innate desire to get to know other people and learn, develop, and push yourself. If need be, we will teach you everything you need to know about recruiting. We do expect you to: • Work experience with outstanding performance, • Have an UK work permit, • Be curious and have a genuine and deep passion for working with and understanding people, • Want to spend your day speaking with people ranging from students to executives, • Have a natural ability to make people feel comfortable around you Flexible Monday - Friday we work from our office (next to Victoria Station) and do not offer remote work.

At American Golf, we're passionate about golf and dedicated to helping golfers of all levels enhance their game. We believe in delivering exceptional service, offering expert knowledge, and providing the latest and greatest in golf products. As the largest golf retailer in Europe, we take pride in our commitment to excellence and in fostering a vibrant, customer-focused community of golf enthusiasts. As a IT Field Service Engineer you will be responsible for providing comprehensive IT support to our retail stores within the South region of the UK and Ireland. The role involves addressing day-to-day IT support needs, including managing Tills, POS systems, and payment systems, as well as supporting store refurbishments, closures, and new store openings. The engineer will also be responsible for providing training to store staff on IT systems and ensuring that all IT equipment is functioning optimally to support store operations. Key Responsibilities: IT Support for Stores: • Provide on-site and remote IT support to retail stores within the assigned geographical area., • Troubleshoot and resolve issues relating to Tills, POS systems, payment systems and other store IT equipment., • Conduct proactive maintenance on a scheduled basis to minimise long term issues, • Work with the IT Operations Manager to identify support trends and failures., • Ensure minimal disruption to store operations by responding promptly to support requests and incidents., • When needed, work with the IT Operations Manager to cover other regions or assist during peak periods. Store Projects: • Assist with IT-related aspects of store refurbishments, closures and new store openings as needed., • Setup and configure replacement or new IT systems when needed, • Work with the wider business to decommission IT equipment during store closures. Collaboration and Communication: • Work closely with Store and Area Managers, and the IT Operations Manager to understand and meet the IT needs of the stores., • Liaise with the wider IT team and external suppliers to resolve issues. Training and Guidance: • Provide training to store staff on the use of IT systems., • Create and distribute user guides and best practices to ensure staff are confident using IT systems. Travel and Flexibility: • Travel extensively within the designated geographical area (South, Midlands, North & Ireland) to provide support., • Be available for occasional after-hours support during critical store openings, refurbishments, closures or urgent issues., • Ability to work from home one/two days a week depending on the needs of the stores., • Travel to the head office on occasion to build relationships with the wider IT team, receive training, company events or announcements. General Support duties: • Monitor and update the service desk solution., • Assist with wider IT support related tickets, • Use, amend and add to the Knowledge Base to improve wider knowledge and understanding., • Attend daily standup meetings to understand business and IT support priorities., • Collaborate with external support partners for escalated technical issues., • Report to the IT Operations Manager, providing updates on system status and projects. The Candidate: • IT Support Experience: Proven experience in IT support, preferably in a retail environment., • Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of Till, POS, Payment systems and related hardware/software., • Efficient Troubleshooting and Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently and effectively., • Clear Communicator and Supportive: Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and support non-technical staff., • Organised and Multitasking Ability: Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities., • Independence & Flexibility: Willingness to travel and work independently in a field-based role., • Driving & Mobility: Full UK driving license required. If you're a hands-on IT professional who thrives on solving problems and supporting teams, we want to hear from you. Join us and help keep our retail tech running smoothly across the UK and Ireland. American Golf is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other protected status. We believe that diversity drives innovation and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of our team and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Description Swoon was founded in 2012 to create distinctive designs that owners will want to keep forever and a lofty goal to spark home obsession everywhere. We design original pieces in-house, and our innovative NPD process quickly discovers the next trend. Our testing platform ensures designs sell online at their intended price, and our data-led approach grows sales within families exponentially. Our business model cuts out expensive overheads like shops and overstocked warehouses, making our prices affordable. Our distinctive look unlocks collaborations with leading retailers like John Lewis and many more. This diversified growth strategy is powering our brand to a significant market share. And we’re just getting started… The Head of Finance oversees the entire finance function, from strategic FP&A and long-term planning to day-to-day management accounting, treasury, and reporting. As the financial conscience of the business, you will act as a key gatekeeper for capital allocation and a trusted senior partner to the co-founders and leadership team. Leading a capable finance team, you will provide robust control and constructive challenge to operational leads. You will set the budgets within which they operate, approve capital expenditures, and validate the commercial logic of key business decisions to ensure strong financial governance as Swoon continues to scale. Financial Planning, Forecasting and Reporting • Strategy & Planning: Own the annual budget, quarterly reforecasts, and three-year strategic plan. Build robust, ground-up models that connect commercial drivers to financial outcomes., • Reporting: Manage the monthly management accounts, board packs, investor reporting and FP&A reporting., • Trading Cadence: Oversee the weekly trading rhythm with marketing and merchandising; challenge plans and ensure every promotional or marketing spend has a clear business case., • Cash Flow: Maintain weekly direct/operational cash flow forecasts and three-way model. Galvanise the internal team to execute the cash roadmap., • BI & Insights: Develop an FP&A reporting suite within Sigma to ensure the business stays on track against targets. Operational Finance, Treasury and Day-to-Day • Financial Integrity: Oversee the monthly close, balance sheet reconciliations, and the integrity of all board-level data., • Treasury: Run payment run, manage banking relationships, debt facilities, covenant reporting, and lender communication., • Compliance: Oversee VAT, payroll, and statutory filings; manage the year-end and external audit processes., • Operations & HR: Oversee business insurance and annual renewals. Bring financial rigor to people-related decisions, including payroll, compensation, and benefits., • Leadership: Lead, coach, and prioritise the finance team, building capabilities to scale alongside the business., • Payment stack: own statutory reporting and relationship with payment providers Strategic Finance and Business Partnering • Commercial Advisor: Serve as a strategic partner to the co-founders, providing analysis and guidance on major commercial decisions, partnerships, new ventures, and CAPEX investments., • Merchandising Controls: Uphold guardrails for inventory management, including budgets, stock investment, intake margin, clearance pricing, and markdown strategies., • Working Capital: Set and enforce rules-based working capital frameworks, including CM3 floors, discontinuation thresholds, and cash recovery targets., • Margin: partner with the B&M and operations teams to drive continuous improvements in the "Margin Stack" from factory to front door., • Funding: Lead funding discussions with existing and prospective lenders., • CAPEX Governance: Evaluate all tech CAPEX projects against projected ROI and rigorously review the tech roadmap budget. Controls, Governance and Risk • Control Environment: Continuously evolve the financial control environment, including payment authorisation, segregation of duties, and procurement controls., • Planning Cycle: Support the co-founders with the quarterly OKR-based planning cycle to ensure cross-functional alignment with profitability and cash targets., • Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify, model, and mitigate financial risks, such as supply chain disruption, pricing pressure, partner concentration, FX volatility, and working capital seasonality. Requirements Essential • Qualifications: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with 7+ years of experience., • Breadth: Proven track record leading or working within the full finance function, encompassing FP&A, management accounting, treasury, and statutory reporting., • Commercial Acumen: Strong instincts developed in a consumer-facing, high-growth environment (e-commerce, retail, hospitality, or DTC)., • Controls & Governance: Demonstrable experience in designing, implementing, and managing robust financial controls., • Business Partnering: Ability to build credibility with non-finance functions and challenge leadership constructively., • Technical Proficiency: Advanced financial modelling and forecasting skills; comfortable building complex models from scratch and comfortable with 3 way financial modelling., • Hands-on Leadership: A strategic thinker who is unafraid to "roll up their sleeves" during month-end; comfortable working directly with the numbers. Strongly preferred • Experience in a multi-channel business (Direct-to-Consumer + Wholesale)., • Familiarity with retail / merchandising finance, including stock investment economics and markdown management., • Proficiency with modern BI tools (e.g., Sigma)., • Experience working with or reporting to a strategic board—specifically understanding the standard required by institutional partners., • Prior experience in the furniture, homeware, or interiors sectors. Benefits Compensation & Benefits • Competitive salary, • Share options programme, • Profit share scheme, • Wellbeing allowance, • Pension scheme, • Private medical cover for you and your family Holidays, working environment and other perks • 27 days holiday rising to 30 with tenure, • 4 months of summer hours finishing at 1 PM on a Friday (we’re currently trialling rolling this out permanently!), • Free furniture on each anniversary of employment, • Friends & family discount of 20%, • Remote working 4x days per week

Company Description Head Chef £35'000 per annum Retail & Some Hospitality Busy site in Wakefield Calling all culinary connoisseurs that are OBSESSED about food, we need you! If you have an insatiable appetite for the culinary arts and a burning desire to create food that delights customers and clients, then look no further. At BaxterStorey we offer an exceptional culinary playground where your creativity can flourish, your talents can shine and we wholeheartedly believe in nourishing talent and empowering our chefs to continuously evolve, refine their craft and create a development partnership together to ensure professional growth opportunities. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Head Chef to make a name for themselves within the food service industry and be a part of setting the new standard for workplace hospitality. Benefits: • 28 Days holiday including bank holidays, • Plus your birthday off, • 3 volunteering days, • 3 days grandparent leave., • 24 weeks enhanced maternity leave., • Secondary carer leave, • Wedding/commitment day leave., • Free meals on shift., • Bespoke training and development opportunities, • Apprenticeships opportunities for all experience levels, • Pension and life insurance., • Discounts ava...

Head of Business Leeds £70,000 - £85,000 Basic Salary | OTE £120,000 - £135,000 Company Car | Monday to Friday Command Recruitment are proud to be partnering with one of the UK's leading automotive retail groups to recruit a Head of Business for a flagship high-volume

This role requires cover between two Barchester homes- Ross Court Care Home in Ross-On-Wye and Tewkesbury Fields care home in Tewkesbury. Please note- Rate of pay is inclusive of 12.07% bank worker enhancement. Are you a qualified chef looking to work with fresh seasonal food, with the opportunity to have more of a work life balance and make what you do matter? This is a casual, part-time role offering flexible working. Working as a Bank Chef at Barchester, you will have the chance to deliver hotel/restaurant standards without the split shifts and long weeks. You will assist the Head Chef in creating nutritious, flavoursome and well balanced menus whilst working with residents to tailor menus around them. We are proud to deliver person centred hospitality across all our services and look for warm, motivated and passionate chefs who are driven by quality. Barchester is one of the UKs leading healthcare providers, with over 224 homes and hospitals across the country. We are consistently reinvesting and growing, with several more new build homes due open and join the Barchester family. Barchester can offer long term career growth and opportunities for ambitious chefs who pride themselves on working at the highest of standards. We are also the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work. NEED TO HAVE A personable and warm approach with a genuine interest in the wellbeing of residents Hold City & Guilds/NVQ/SVQ or equivalent Experience in helping lead and inspire a team A good understanding of nutrition Experience of working with fresh seasonal food The ability to create a warm and welcoming environment within our home Good understanding of HACCP NEED TO DO Help manage the kitchen in the Head Chefs absence Work fresh produce to deliver high quality and wholesome dishes cooked at the highest quality and standards Help create a warm, efficient and fun environment Work within budget Complete regular audits Manage stock control To assist in leading and motivating a team REWARDS PACKAGE Work life balance - working days with alternate weekends Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Opportunity to showcase your talent at the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you are a passionate Chef who is keen to be part of a company that is driven by quality and who love to celebrate life, Barchester is the place to be

Trades Workforce Solutions is looking for a Head of Business to manage a flagship dealership in Leeds.This senior position encompasses full responsibility for the dealership's performance and operational control.The ideal candidate will demonstrate strategic acumen, leadership abilities, and a dedic